THE INDONESIAN BALLET GALA 2025 : simplebooklet.com

REMARKSIn a world that often moves too quickly, dance offers a rare opportunity to slow down, connect with the inner self, and find solace in the present moment. The Indonesian Ballet Gala 2025 extends an invitation to everyone, to step into a space where movement becomes healing, and artistic expression becomes a pathway to presence.Dance has the unique power to transcend words. It reaches deep into the human experience, offering a chance to reflect, to detach from the rush of daily life, and to reconnect—with one’s body, with emotion, and with the community. In this shared moment, the stage becomes not just a place of performance, but a mirror of our own humanity.At Ballet.id, we believe in dance as a transformative force, one that nurtures artistic growth, encourages cultural exchange, and supports mental well-being. As a non-profit organization, our mission is to cultivate a supportive environment for Indonesian dancers through education, showcase, and outreach programs, while engaging audiences in meaningful, accessible ways.The Indonesian Ballet Gala, one of our flagship initiatives, was created to be more than a stage, it is a celebration of collaboration and a space for connection. Since its debut in 2015, the Gala has brought together dancers from across Indonesia and the world, highlighting the potential of Indonesian talent while fostering artistic dialogue across borders.As we mark the 4th edition of the Gala, we would like to express our deepest gratitude—for the passion of the dancers, the trust of our partners, and the unwavering support of those who believe in the power of dance. To all who are part of this journey, thank you.We hope this evening will allow everyone—dancers, audiences, collaborators—to pause, feel, and be moved. May the experience inspire stillness, wonder, and a renewed sense of connection with ourselves and with one another.Enjoy the show!Warm regards,BALLET.ID

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REMARKSREMARKSIt is an honor and a pleasure to offer my support for the Indonesian Ballet Gala 2025, which has been held regularly since 2015. This event is a testament to how Jakarta continues to grow as a home for cultural dialogue and artistic collaboration, both locally and internationally.Art and culture are essential elements of a vibrant and inclusive city. They provide space for reflection, connection, and inspiration, allowing us to step away from the routines of daily life and engage with beauty, meaning, and shared human experience. Through the Indonesian Ballet Gala, we witness the extraordinary achievements of our ballet and contemporary dance artists.This year’s Gala features 70 talented dancers from Medan, Jakarta, and Bandung, sharing the stage with international artists from Scotland, the Philippines, Japan, Italy, the Netherlands, Kazakhstan and Ukraine. We are especially proud to welcome Christopher Hampson, Artistic Director of Scottish Ballet, and Sandra Mavhima, choreographer from Romania.On this special occasion, I also extend a warm welcome to the ambassadors and directors of cultural institutions from our neighboring countries. Your presence affirms the strength of cultural exchange in building lasting relationships among nations.As Jakarta moves toward its vision of becoming a global city where culture is one important indicator that must be jointly developed by all stakeholders and prepares to celebrate its 500th anniversary in 2027, I invite everyone to continue supporting the arts in our city. Let us work together to ensure that Jakarta remains a thriving and dynamic center of creativity, where the arts are not only celebrated, but are deeply integrated into the lives of its people.May the Indonesian Ballet Gala continue to grow and inspire, uniting us in movement, expression, and shared dreams for a brighter cultural future.H. RANO KARNO, S.IP.Wakil Gubernur DKI Jakarta

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REMARKSMARC GERRITSENAmbassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Indonesia, Timor-Leste and ASEANAmbassador of Romania to the Republic of IndonesiaThe Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands is honored to participate in The Indonesian Ballet Gala 2025, organized by the Ballet Indonesia Foundation.We truly appreciate the creation of this Indonesian dance festival, which connects international and Indonesian ballet dancers, fostering cultural exchange and collaboration between Indonesian and international artists.On this occasion, the Netherlands is proud to present two dancers from the Dutch National Ballet: Luca Abdel-Nour and Bo-Ann Zehl, who will take part in The ndonesian Ballet Gala 2025.We would like to congratulate the Ballet Indonesia Foundation for its dedication and hard work in nurturing talented dancers and building a strong foundation through cultural networking.We hope you enjoy this wonderful performance.We are delighted to contribute for the first time - together with the Ballet Indonesia Foundation - to the prestigious Indonesian Ballet Gala. Over the past decade, this remarkable event has brought together some of the finest Indonesian and international dancers, alongside visionary choreographers, and stage directors. We are confident that this year’s edition will continue to uphold and enrich this outstanding tradition.This year, Romania is proud to be represented by Sandra Elizabeth Mavhima, an accomplished choreographer and artistic director with a wide-ranging international career in dance, theatre, and interdisciplinary performance. Her work, rooted in both academic research and creative practice, has been showcased, developed, or commissioned by institutions across France, Norway, Spain, Poland, North Macedonia, Lebanon, Thailand, and the United States.In Jakarta, Ms. Mavhima will offer a glimpse into the rich legacy of Romanian ballet - an art form brought to international acclaim by dazzling figures such as dancer Floria Capsali and composer Mihail Jora. At The Indonesian Ballet Gala 2025, she will present a reimagined version of Jora’s At the Market, recognized as the first original ballet score composed in Romania. Featuring two male and five female Indonesian dancers, this new interpretation transcends the literal setting of a market to explore deeper themes of human connection, subtle transformation, and collective identity. The result is a poetic, cross-cultural dialogue that reflects the universal emotional language of dance and adds a unique dimension to the evening’s celebration of artistic excellence.We warmly invite you to enjoy this Romanian-Indonesian collaboration and the shared spirit it embodies.

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REMARKSREMARKSVOLODYMYR SHEIKOMR. SERZHAN ABDYKARIMOVAmbassador of Kazakhstan to Indonesia It is a distinct honour for the Ukrainian Institute to join the  celebrates the beauty of dance and the spirit of international cultural exchange. This year marks the inaugural collaboration between Ballet.id and the Ukrainian Institute — a partnership grounded in our shared belief in the power of the arts to connect people and nations.In this spirit of mutual understanding, we are delighted to present Ukrainian ballet soloist Andrii Havryliuk, a laureate of the Youth America Grand Prix 2016. Mr Havryliuk will perform a signature piece from Ukraine’s classical ballet repertoire, offering the Indonesian audience a premiere viewing of this cherished work.The Ukrainian Institute’s mission is to enhance global awareness and appreciation of Ukraine through culture. We believe that artistic collaboration is a powerful path to mutual understanding, and we are committed to support-ing platforms that foster dialogue, education, and cultural exchange. We commend Ballet.id for its continued dedica-tion to building these bridges and nurturing the next gener-ation of dancers.To the organizers, performers, and esteemed guests — we extend our heartfelt congratulations. May this Gala in-spire, uplift, and open new possibilities for creative growth. Ukraine is honoured to share this stage and celebrate this beautiful moment with you.With sincere admiration and warmest wishes for a successful event.The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Republic Indonesia is honoured to support the organization of The Indonesian Ballet Gala 2025, a prestigious event that celebrates the universal language of art and strengthens cultural ties between our friendly nations. We are proud to present the debut of two exceptionally talented artists from Kazakhstan, Mrs. Zhanel Tukeyeva and Mr. Bogdan Verbovoy, principal dancers of the Kazakh National Opera and Ballet Theatre named after Abay. Their artistry marked by grace and passion embodies the rich cultural heritage and vibrant creative spirit of Kazakhstan, captivating audiences worldwide.Their first performance in Jakarta symbolizes the growing bonds of friendship between Kazakhstan and Indonesia. We are confident that this cultural exchange will significantly enrich the artistic dialogue and contribute to the continued strengthening of our bilateral relations.We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Ballet Indonesia Foundation for their tireless efforts in bringing this extraordinary event to life. We wish success and unforgettable experience filled with inspiration, beauty and harmony to all participants and guests of the Indonesian Ballet Gala 2025.With kindest regards,

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REMARKSCHRISTOPHER HAMPSON CBEArtistic Director/CEO, Scottish BalletArtistic Director, Ballet Manila Welcome to the Indonesian Ballet Gala 2025! I’m so delighted that this year I get to be attending along with dancers from across the world, celebrating ballet in all its forms and inspiring the next generation of dancers, dance teachers, choreographers, and audiences through-out Indonesia. By coming together to share our passion for dance, we can encourage greater community engagement, foster new friendships, and elevate the importance of this most ex-pressive artform. On a personal note, I’m looking forward to working along-side the amazing team at Ballet.id, leading classes and masterclasses and getting to know more about the dance ecology in this beautiful part of the world. Thank you, on behalf of all the international artists to Maris-ka for continuing this important and valuable collaboration which will leave such an incredible legacy.My warmest congratulations to the organizers of the Indo-nesian Ballet Gala 2025 for yet another remarkable cele-bration of dance! Ballet Manila is honored to take part in this special event through the exceptional talents of our principal dancer, Shaira Comeros, and company artist Beni-dict Sabularse, who will be performing the Satanella Pas De Deux from Venetian Carnival - a classical gem that is rarely seen in galas. As the Artistic Director of Ballet Manila, whose mission is “bringing ballet to the people,” I deeply resonate with the vision behind this production. Events such as this are im-portant in achieving our shared commitment to nurturing artists, building community, and promoting appreciation for the performing arts.Certainly, to fulfill such goals is challenging, but by bring-ing local and international talents together, we are not only showcasing the beauty and discipline of dance, but also in-vesting in long-term audience development, ensuring that ballet continues to thrive in diverse cultural landscapes. I look forward to seeing how the Indonesian Ballet Gala continues to grow as a platform for artistic exchange and inspiration. May this fourth gala be your most meaningful one yet – and just the start of many more beautiful mile-stones ahead.

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ABOUTREMARKSBallet.id is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing a thriving environment for ballet and contemporary dancers in Indonesia. Since its establishment in 2014, Ballet.id has focused on three key areas: Education, Showcase, and Outreach. These core programs aim to provide opportunities for Indonesian dancers to grow, not just in their technical abilities but also in their artistic development.Born from a deep love of dance and a vision to elevate the status of the art form in Indonesia, Ballet.id is committed to addressing the challenges faced by the local dance community. With a small market niche and limited financial support for artists, dance in Indonesia remains underappreciated. Ballet.id aims to change this by creating platforms for dancers to engage in cultural exchange, collaborate with both local and international artists, and participate in knowledge-sharing initiatives with dance scholars.Ballet.id envisions Indonesian dancers growing into well-rounded artists capable of representing ballet and contemporary dance on the international stage. However, it recognizes that this growth requires more than just raising the technical standards of dancers. The organization is equally focused on educating and engaging audiences, fostering a broader appreciation for the art form across the country. Ballet.id’s long-term goal is to build a sustainable foundation of support for Indonesian dancers, ensuring that the dance community can continue to grow and flourish.The Indonesian Ballet Gala was founded ten years ago with a mission: to bring ballet to the people and celebrate the accomplishments of Indonesian ballet and contemporary dancers. In a country with limited opportunities for dancers to perform on professional stages, the Gala provides a vital platform for local talents to shine.More than a showcase, the Gala fosters two-way cultural exchange—highlighting Indonesia’s rich heritage on the global stage while enabling local dancers to learn from and collaborate with international artists. This exchange strengthens cross-cultural ties, elevates artistic standards, and broadens horizons for all involved.By offering these opportunities, the Gala empowers Indonesian dancers and nurtures an appreciative audience, ensuring the continued growth of ballet and contemporary dance. Ultimately, it aims to build lasting connections between Indonesia and the global dance community through a shared love of the art form.ABOUT BALLET.IDABOUT INDONESIAN BALLET GALA

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Swargaloka is a cultural talent foundation that focuses on developing the younger generation through performing arts based on Indonesian traditions. Founded in Yogyakarta in 1993 by Suryandoro and Dewi Sulastri, Swargaloka is now actively working in Jakarta, producing high-achieving dance groups such as Ksatria, winner of Indonesia Mencari Bakat, Lima Pandawa TOP 10 in Indonesia’s Got Talent, 3rd Place World of Dance Indonesia 2025. Other works include “Drama Wayang”, an Indonesian- language musical theater based on wayang stories that won a MURI record. Swargaloka oversees two main areas: Event & Performance which produces dance works and cultural performances, and Swargaloka School of Dance which focuses on fostering young dancers with a performing arts-based curriculum. A number of works such as Drayang Kijang Kencana, Jejak Asa Sang Dewi, and Keroncong Wayang are part of Swargaloka’s creative exploration. In addition, events such as Ksatria Tari Indonesia and the Nusantara Creative Dance Festival are spaces for competitions and appreciation of arts and culture that are regularly held. Based on traditional values, Swargaloka continues to present works that are fresh, relevant, and have an impact across generations.BATHARA SAVERIGADI DEWANDOROBathara Saverigadi Dewandoro, or Ara, is a dancer and choreographer who graduated in Performing Arts Communication from LSPR Jakarta. Active as the Program & Creative Director at Swargaloka Talenta Budaya, he has created many works based on the power of tradition with a contemporary approach. Bathara received the Cultural Award from the Minister of Education and Culture in 2015  programs such as Jakarta Dance Meet Up, Ruang Kreatif Garin Nugroho, and the Jakarta International Contemporary Dance Festival. He led the KSATRIA team to win Indonesia Mencari Bakat 2021, and LIMA PANDAWA to the Top 10 Indonesia’s Got Talent 2023. Bathara also won the 2024 PON Gold Medal for Traditional Dance Sport and 3rd Place in World of Dance Indonesia. His mass workswere performed at the Indonesian Independence Day at the State Palace, FSQ Lamandau, and the Indonesian Student Gala. Creative Idea & Choreographer: BATHARA SAVERIGADI DEWANDOROChoreographer for Ballet: MARISKA FEBRIYANI | Costume Designer: DENTA SEPDWIANSYAH PINANDITOColaborationCostume Production: Music TeamMusic: ARTAXIAD GAMELAN SYNDICATE | Arrangement:Lyrics:  | Gamelan Section:  | Female Vocals: YENNY ARAMA, NANIK  | Male Vocals: | Strings Section: PRISHA SEBASTIAN Clarinet, Saxophone, Suling, Flute:Mixing & Mastering: SWARGALOKABEKSAN TELAGA ANGSA(THE SWAN LAKE)SWARGALOKA + VARIOUS INDONESIAN BALLET SCHOOLS

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THE DANCERSBeksan Telaga Angsa is a piece born out of love and hope, a poetic embodiment of a sacred vow. This work interprets the music of Swan Lake by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, an iconic masterpiece in the classical ballet repertoire through the refined aesthetics of Javanese Bedhayan dance.In this piece, the figure of Princess Odette is portrayed through graceful and delicate movements, symbolizing unwavering loyalty, purity of heart, and the enduring hope that love will always find its way. With a gentle and flowing rhythm, each gesture echoes like a swan gliding across the surface of a serene lake.Beksan Telaga Angsa is not merely a performance, but a spiritual experience where tradition and cultural heritage meet the universal beauty of love. It is a harmonious union of the classical and the ethnic, of East and West, presented as an offering to celebrate a sacred promise.This work is also dedicated to Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, the brilliant composer of Swan Lake.Kesya Fidel DestaniaSusy Enterprise Ballet and Dance SchoolAfrilia Mustika SariKinanti Prita ManoharaTheona Andadari Cinta Mahardika Insani Namarina Dance AcademyTheodora Trevenia Clara School of BalletSekar AriningsihHeidi Sonia Tasman Namarina Dance AcademyBathari Putri Surya DewiRaga Ayu Arsha ImanaVina CorneliaMainstream School of ArtsSilviana Indah FihartantiKyana Hasya Imara Namarina Dance AcademyAngel Cornelia Mainstream School of ArtsHelen Tri Oktafiana SandhiMikaela Emmanuelle Clara School of BalletChikal Mutiara DiarQotrunnada Salsabila Putri Endhi KusumoKayira Anavasutta SalimClara School of BalletSWARGALOKA

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PERFORMERGIORDANO BOZZAINTERNATIONAL GUEST PRINCIPALRUIKA YOKOYAMAINTERNATIONAL GUEST PRINCIPALBorn in Niigata, Japan, she began her ballet training at the age of four. At fifteen, she moved to Portugal to study at the National Ballet School in Lisbon, where she performed leading roles in school productions. Upon graduation, she was personally selected by Nina Ananiashvili to join the State Ballet of Georgia. At eighteen, she joined the company, and by twenty, she was cast as Princess Aurora in Sleeping Beauty and promoted to Soloist. She later rose to Principal Dancer, performing major roles in the company’s repertoire over six and a half years. Since 2022, she has worked as a freelance Principal Guest Artist internationally. In 2023, she received the Capri Prize Award in Italy for her outstanding career achievements. And together with her husband she created INTODANCE production company working worldwide, organizing dance events all over the world.Giordano Bozza was born in Italy. He trained at Academia Nazionale Danza Roma, Hamburg           danced as Soloist with Moravian Silesian National Ballet Theater, Greek National Ballet and State Ballet of Georgia. He also participated in the Arena of Verona Festival. He has received several awards, including Winner Prize : “Anita Bucchi 2009” and “Thalia Prize” nominations for the 8 best male dancers in Czech Republic. He’s now traveling around the world as International Guest Principal, dancing in the Galas and teaching master classes and workshops. Since January 2023 he start his International career as freelancing Teaching and Dancing around the globe. In July 2023 he receive the Award for his Career Premio Capri Danza International 2023. In 2023 together with his wife he created INTODANCE production company working worldwide, organizing dance events all over the world.WHITE SWAN PAS DE DEUXGIORDANO BOZZA & RUIKA YOKOYAMA  INTERNATIONAL GUEST PRINCIPALDIANA ACTEONGIORDANO BOZZA & RUIKA YOKOYAMA  INTERNATIONAL GUEST PRINCIPALChoreographer: PYOTR ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKYChoreographer: At the lakeside, Prince Siegfried encounters Odette, Queen of the Swans, who reveals she and her companions are under Von Rothbart’s spell, swans by day, human by night. The curse can only be broken by true, faithful love. 

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PERFORMERBruno Micchiardi grew up in Spain, before moving to The Royal Ballet School in London. His professional career took him to the Estonian National Ballet, where he was promoted to Soloist after a year, before then moving to Scottish Ballet, and being promoted to Principal dancer in 2022.Bruno won the 2013 Best Male Dancer in Estonia and was nominated for the UK National Dance Awards in 2022 and 2023.He has performed many roles throughout his career, most notably creating the characters of Dr Coppelius in Scottish Ballet’s ‘Coppelia’, and the role of Cinders in Christopher Hampson’s ‘Cinders!’.Born in Australia, Jessica trained and graduated DUX with The Australian Ballet School. Following graduation, she joined The Australian Ballet Company and after 2 years was promoted to Coryfée. In 2015 she was awarded the Walter Burke Scholarship to Guest perform and tour with The English National Ballet and The Stuttgart Ballet, staying on permanently in Stuttgart with a half soloist contract in 2016 and a promotion to Soloist in 2018. Jessica then a Guest Principal with Scottish Ballet where she now remains as a Principal Dancer.After success in choreographing for the 2021 season of Noverre, her grand pas de deux “Peace Apart” Jessica was commissioned to choreograph a divert for Scottish Ballet’s New Nutcracker this season, as well as a pas de deux for Scottish Ballets 24/25 Gala. Jessica’s repertoire experience is vast; from traditional ballets by John Cranko, Rudolf Nureyev, Sir Peter Wright, Sir Kenneth MacMillan, Sir Fredrick Ashton, George Balanchine, Marcia Haydee and John Neumeier. Including modern works by: Johan Ingwer, Jiri Kylian, William Forsyth, David Dawson, and Sophie Laplane. As well as having roles created for her by Christopoher Hampson Princess Louise and Cinders in Cinders!, Martin Schlapfer, Mauro Bigonzetti and Grame Murphy.BRUNO MICCHIARDIPRINCIPAL DANCER - SCOTTISH BALLETJESSICA FYFEPRINCIPAL DANCER - SCOTTISH BALLETBETHINA WALTZBRUNO MICCHIARDI & JESSICA FYFE  SCOTTISH BALLETThis pas de deux is the central duet from Sir Kenneth MacMillan’s 1974 production Elite Syncopations created for the Royal Ballet. The ballet has been performed across the world and Scottish Ballet have been performing it since 2013.ROMEO AND JULIETBRUNO MICCHIARDI & JESSICA FYFE  SCOTTISH BALLETOriginally created for the Royal New Zealand Ballet in 2004. It was nominated for an Olivier Award for Best New Production 2005. It has been performed in New Zealand, London, Edinburgh, and ShanghaiChoreographer: KENNETH MACMILLAN | SCOTT JOPLINChoreographer: CHRISTOPHER HAMPSON CBE | SERGEI PROKOFIEV

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In 2006, NAMARINA celebrated its 50th Anniversary. With a vision for Indonesia to eventually have a true professional dance year. Since its start, NYD has faced challenges. Dancing is often undervalued, making it hard for talented young people to pursue their dreams. We still need to better understand how dance can enhance creativity and personal growth, and there’s great potential for ballet and traditional Indonesian dance to inspire each other!In light of these challenges, NYD serves as a platform to encourage, nurture, and develop young Indonesian dancers, helping them realize their dreams. Many former NYD dancers have explored various opportunities within the art form, continuing to dance, becoming choreographers, establishing their own dance establishments, and inspiring their communities through dance. NYD, rooted in ballet, embraces all forms of dance and art, promoting collaboration among local and international choreographers. Its mission is to inspire appreciation for dance while upholding core values of dedication and sincerity in every performance.At this special gala, NYD will showcase the beloved piece, Lembayung, which is celebrated for its authenticity and originality in contemporary Indonesian ballet. Since 2006, Sussi Anddri, Maya Tamara, and Dinar Karina have been essential to NYD, guiding our vision over the past 18 years. We’ve experienced a range of emotions—fear, awe, love, and joy—while exploring new artistic expressions. Although we are still pursuing our dreams, the journey has been incredible!Choreographer Details: Sussi Anddri started ballet when she was 9 years old in NAMARINA. In 1996, She was awarded  Distinction, and attended various workshops both nationally and internationally to enhance her teaching and artistic knowledge and practice. She is now the Head of Competence Certification NAMARINA. Considering Sussi Anddri’s diverse body of works that span for nearly three decades, from Hitam movement piece that would bring you into the world of our beloved teacher and her underlooked roleas a choreographer which has undoubtedly given significant contributions into shaping the Modern Indonesian Ballet Repertoire. Since NYD was established in 2006, Sussi was appointed as its Resident Choreographer.Sussi cares deeply about the next generation of this nation, she believes that the values of ‘art for education’ will make Indonesian children to become smart, creative, and a great problem solver in their social life. Sussi strongly believes that Indonesian dancers have huge potential and can perform well internationally.Competition, which takes place in both Cuba and MontanaA short poem for Lembayung by Sussi Anddri, 2009Appears because something happens unexpectedly, without a plan, decorating nature to be beautiful, even if only for a moment, and… When will it arrive?Between the whistling wind and the blushing dusk, the rainbow is present as a sign of a eeting moment that embraces the sky, coloring the world before darkness comes.A handful of people are stunned, a group of people disturb the harmony, and many people are just silent, even though they are restless.Who cares about the current situation? Who dares to change the atmosphere? Who can create a new beginning?e rainbow that is expected to be a glimmer of hope, A call to dare to realize, dare to act, before dusk passes, before darkness descends.NAMARINA YOUTH DANCE

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LEMBAYUNGNAMARINA YOUTH DANCEMusic | CostumeLembayung is a dance reflecting the reddish-orange sky at dusk, symbolizing sudden, meaningful moments. It captures silent worry. The piece represents fleeting beauty and encourages action before it disappears. Sussi Anddri blends Bali and Nusa Tenggara dance styles with ballet to express cultural heritage.Sixteen years ago, when Lembayung first took the stage, it had a truly remarkable impact! Revisiting the four movement piece allows us to reconnect with our forgotten roots and rich cultures, and in doing so, we can build wonderful connections that promote mutual respect and understanding. Some of the fantastic dancers from the original performance include Andhini Rosawiranti, Davit Fitrik, Irninta Dwitika & Mariska Febryani.The late Serrano Sianturi curated the music selection from his Private Music of the World Library. This collection reflects Sussi’s learning journey, which shaped her curiosity and led her to explore new and often conflicting themes. Lembayung also pays tribute to courageous minorities. In her poignant poem, Sussi asks, “Who dares to change the atmosphere?” She continues, “The rainbow that is expected to be a glimmer of hope, a call to dare to realize, dare to act, before dusk passes and darkness descends.”We hope you enjoy the multi-dimensional ride into Lembayung!THE DANCERSAthaya Puri SyahrialSoraya Nathasya Dwinandry Aurel LarasatiKatya Medina HerlambangFelicia Harenya SuniastariNizieta Fatimah AzzahraIrina Putri SudarsonoLucija Shiraaz AnasKlara Cintya Nindita PrameswariRaafi AlfiansyahKshanti Aisyah KendanaNAMARINA YOUTH DANCE

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PERFORMERLUCA ABDEL-NOURBO-ANN ZEHLCORYPHÉE - DUTCH NATIONAL BALLETCORPS DE BALLET - DUTCH NATIONAL BALLETLuca Abdel-Nour is a French and Egyptian ballet dancer and was born and raised in Cairo, Egypt. He started ballet classes here at the age of 12 at the Premier Ballet Academy and left Cairo at the age of 14 to continue his professional ballet training abroad. He received       later, Luca received a scholarship from the Pierino Ambrosoli Foundation to study at Zürich Tanz Akademie, where he began his training in 2018. He danced here for three years and graduated in 2021 with a federal certificate of competence in classical dance. While studying at the Zurich Dance Academy, Luca also participated in the Prix de Lausanne 2021, where he won the second prize as well as Web Audience Favourite and Best Swiss Candidate Award.Since joining the Het National Ballet he has had the opportunity to dance roles in The Nutcracker, Raymonda, Sleeping beauty, Frida, lady Macbeth, Rubies and Diamonds by George Balanchine, the Four seasons by David Dawson, Four Schumman Pieces by Hans Van Manen as well as Original work “chairman dances” by director Ted Brandsen. Luca also also performed in New York City as part of the Fall for dance festival, toured Indonesia and Hungary with the Junior company, Danced in Japan in the summer of 2024 and performed his own original choreographic works in Tallin, Estonia and Palma de Mallorca, Spain.The Dutch Bo-Ann is born in the city of Delft, the Netherlands. From a very early age, she moved around dancing to music whenever the opportunity presented itself. With great enthusiasm, she started ballet lessons in Delft, where she was exceptionally allowed to p articipate as a 2-year-old girl. At the age of 9, she began her professional training at the Royal Conservatory of The Hague. At the age of 14, she continued her training at The Royal Ballet School in London. Following this, she trained for a year with Masha Mukhamedov in France. Back in the Netherlands, she trained with inspiring ex-dancers and coaches. In 2021 she joined the Dutch National Ballet Academy in Amsterdam. During this period, she had the opportunity to take part in productions by the Dutch National Opera & Ballet. A year later she joined their Junior Company. After two years she moved up to the main company of the Dutch National Opera & Ballet. She has been a part of the Corps de ballet since the 2025 season.AN OLFACTORY MEMORYLUCA ABDELNOUR & BOANN ZEHL  DUTCH NATIONAL BALLET1948LUCA ABDELNOUR & BOANN ZEHL  DUTCH NATIONAL BALLETChoreographer: Choreographer: inspired by Luca’s origin, roots, and Egyptian culture and music. about the creation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and all that encompasses a young love being separated by war

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PERFORMERBENIDICT SABULARSECOMPANY MEMBER - BALLET MANILASHAIRA MAY COMEROSPRINCIPAL DANCER - BALLET MANILABenidict Sabularse began his ballet training in 2015 at Academy One Dance School. In 2016, he received a scholarship to attend the summer intensive program at the Royal Ballet School in London. That same year, he competed in the Asian Grand Prix, where he earned 4th place andreceived the Fontyne Award.In 2017, Benidict took part in the prestigious Prix de Lausanne in Switzerland, where he was awarded multiple scholarships. He then moved to France to pursue further ballet training at the École Nationale Supérieure de Danse de Marseille.By 2018, he had joined the junior company of Cannes Jeune Ballet under Rossella Hightower. The following year, in 2019, he continued his contemporary dance training with Ballet Preljocaj. After taking a three-year break from dancing, Benidict resumed his ballet training in 2022 at Steps Dance Studio. He also performed in two productions with the Hong Kong Ballet: Stella Lou and The Wizard of Oz.Currently, Benidict Sabularse is a company member of Ballet Manila, continuing his professional dance journey.Shaira Comeros was born in the year 2000 in a small sitio in Santa Maria, Bulacan. At the age of 7, she started dancing as a scholar in Julie Borromeo’s Performing Arts learning different genres of dance like jazz, flamenco, and tap but specializing in ballet. While in danceschool, she joined Philippine Ballet Theatre as an apprentice until 2014.                professional career. In 2020, she got promoted to Soloist and rose to the rank a Principal Dancer in 2023.SATANELLA PAS DE DEUXBENIDICT SABULARSE & SHAIRA MAY COMEROS  BALLET MANILAChoreographer: NAPOLÉON HENRI REBER AND FRANÇOIS BENOISTA playful excerpt from “The Venecian Carnival,” this pas de deux is a light, technical showcase that highlights the bounding leaps of the danseur and the intricate footwork of the ballerina.

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SITI SORAYA S.SN , SOLO SEAL AWARD, RAD RTSSoraya enrolled in ballet at the age of 5 in Namarina Dance Academy, Indonesia and completed Advance 2 in 2003, earned her Solo Seal Award in 2006 from Royal Academy of Dance and to pursue Classical Ballet technique and French Contemporary, she attended Conservatoire National Supérieur Musique et Danse du Lyon during Fall Semester 2007. She joined Marlupi Dance Academy in 2008, complemented her instructor skills with an achievement in Royal Academy of Dance certificate in Ballet Teaching Studies in 2014. To further develop her passions over dancing she joined various workshops/masterclasses to studied ballet, contemporary, jazz, and hip hop.Some of the workshops she attended are Contemporary Workshop No Borders Project by Vangelis Legalism in Kuala Lumpur, HOFESH SHECTER intensive workshop in Perth.Soraya currently active as a dancer, choreographer and teacher at Marlupi Dance Academy and Indonesia Dance Company competition in Indonesia and overseas. For her, choreographing brings so many joy, it opens a new window of opportunity to further learn and developing as a dancer and a teacher, and through choreography she hopes she can touch and gives console or happiness into people’s heart.future of dancers and the world of dance in Indonesia. She decided to establish a place where Indonesia’s dance talents can be united and developed in reaching its utmost potential. One of IDCO’s aspirations is to transform dance profession as a promising and prospective career in the country in the coming years.IDCO is about introducing to the public regarding dance as a profession. Though the paradigms of art-based activities are still unrecognized as a proper job, IDCO will help Indonesian dancers strive to achieve international standards. That way, Indonesian dancers are able to make dancing as their profession.Although IDCO is in compliance with international standards and procedures, all dances will be maintained by having Indonesian culture as its themes and ideas for our performances. This way, IDCO will consistently create original, creative and innovative dance productions / performances that can increase public appreciations to Indonesian dancers’ as well as the interest for Indonesian unique cultures on the face of the world.IDCO will start to establish and maintain good collaboration with Indonesia’s government, media partners and also all local and foreign dance schools and companies. We will also provide opportunities for Indonesian dancers to actively enroll in national and international dance        nationally and internationally for their achievements, qualities, unique characteristics and creativity.INDONESIA DANCE COMPANY

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THE DANCERSAbigail Magdalena Faye TjenNi Luh Putu AneiraPutri Ainayah GobelAgnes Indira MayraniDeverell AlimRegina Skolastika JolentaEmma Belle KuahJohan SunSheravine JhonJocelyn Ariella SuryaKenny ShimVincent KodatraKaritas Hana ChristanzhaMichael HalimSiti SorayaTiffany Emmanuela Tanugraha“PURNAMA NUSANTARA”Dalam gelapnya malam…terbitlah purnama—lingkaran emas di langit hitam,hening, agung, membebaskan.Ia tidak bersuara,namun setiap cahayanya adalah bisikan—bisikan untuk lepas,untuk menari…untuk menjadi diri sendiri.Hitam adalah misteri,emas adalah harapan.Di antaranya, tubuh-tubuh menari,melukis keindahan yang tidak terucap.Di bawah purnama,tidak ada batas.Hanya kebebasan—yang lahir dari diam,dan tumbuh dalam gerak.Dengan purnama sebagai saksi—simbol keutuhan dan akhir dari sebuah siklus,kita melepaskan, bertransformasi, dan terlahir kembali.“Purnama Nusantara: Kilau dalam Gelap”Sebuah perjalanan menuju ke-indahan dan kebebasan.“MOONLIGHT: A GLEAM IN THE DARK”In the darkness of night…the full moon rises—a golden ring in the black sky,silent, majestic, liberating.It makes no sound,yet every ray whispers—whispers to let go,to dance…to be oneself.Black is mystery,gold is hope.Between them, bodies dance,painting unspeakable beauty.Beneath the full moon,there are no limits.Only freedom—born from stillness,and grown through motion.“Moonlight: A Gleam in the Dark”A journey toward beauty and freedom.With the full moon as our wit-ness—a symbol of wholeness and the completion of a cycle,we release, transform, and are born anew.PURNAMAINDONESIA DANCE COMPANY INDONESIA DANCE COMPANY

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SANDRA ELIZABETH MAVHIMAIs a Romanian choreographer and artistic director with an extensive international footprint across the fields of dance, theatre and interdisciplinary performance. Her artistic work, anchored in both academic research and performative practice, has been presented, developed, or commissioned by institutions in France, Norway, Spain, Poland, North Macedonia, Lebanon, Thailand and the United States of America.In France, she collaborated with the Centre Chorégraphique National d’Orléans and the Institut Français, contributing to artistic exchanges supported by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In Norway, she was commissioned by the Ministry of Justice and Public Security and took part in cultural programs supported by the Romanian Embassy in Oslo. Her project in Spain was produced in partnership with the Instituto Cervantes Bucharest and Institute of Arts Barcelona.Sandra has also developed research and performance-based collaborations with the Skopje Dance Academy and Goce Delchev University in North Macedonia. In Poland, Sandra’s choreography was featured by the Polish Dance Theater. Her presence in Asia and the Middle East includes performances at the International Dance Festival in Bangkok and cultural events under the Jeux de la Francophonie in Beirut.Her film work has been internationally recognized, with screenings and selections both in the USA and Romania.Trained at the National Ballet School in Bucharest and the National University of Theatre and Film “I.L. Caragiale”, where she earned her Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD, Sandra has built a practice that bridges academic insight with creative production. for Sibiu Ballet Theatre, Romanian National Opera and the National Dance Centre Bucharest.ASOCIAIA SECIA DE COREGRAFIE+ VARIOUS INDONESIAN BALLET SCHOOLS & COMPANIESLA PIATA”AT THE MARKET”ASOCIAIA SECIA DE COREGRAFIE + VARIOUS INDONESIAN BALLET SCHOOLS & COMPANIESMusicMIHAIL JORA | CostumeSANDRA MAVHIMA | Costume Maker KRISTANTI ANDRIANIMinisterul Culturii

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ASOCIAIA SECIA DE COREGRAFIE+ VARIOUS INDONESIAN BALLET SCHOOLS &COMPANIES”At the Market”This is a newly created choreography set to the music of ”At the Market” by Mihail Jora, well recognised as the first original ballet composed in Romania. The original ballet, which premiered in 1933, is a lively portrayal of a bustling market scene infused with humor, social tension, and romance. It reflects Jora’s groundbreaking work to merge Romanian folkloric themes with modern musical expression, establishing him as the father of Romanian ballet music.For this Indonesian Ballet Gala, choreographer Sandra Mavhima creates an entirely new piece that transcends the literal marketplace setting. While she has previously explored this score in her work at the Bucharest National Opera’s ballet company, this performance emerges as a distinct and poetic meditation on the intricate web of human connections and the silent transformations that shape collective identities.”This rendition is brought to life by a group of Indonesian dancers from various schools and companies, who have come together for an intensive rehearsal period led directly by the choreographer herself. Their collaborative process not only bridges geographies, but also reflects the shared spirit of dedication and artistry across cultures.THE DANCERSEfania Sumanadevi STRDC StudioJohan SunInMotion Dance HouseFelicia Klarisa AngieEn Pointe, International Ballet StudioLaurelia Jivita DeviSTRDC StudioJacinta Keisha Almira The Ballet Academy of Indonesia Michael HalimIndonesia Dance CompanyValerie AgathaMainstream School of Arts

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As the Lead Organizer of AWE Kolektif in 2023, Herdi Mbuy, together with five fellow artists brought to life a bold vision: presenting Indonesia’s first street dance recital. The production brought together over 30 dancers from across various cities and islands. After four months of online rehearsals and a two-week residency, they staged a powerful performance at Salihara, Jakarta. More than just a dance showcase, AWE was a reflection of resilience, unity, and a deep-rooted love for meaningful, grounded art. This initiative carved a new path for street dance communities in Indonesia, elevating the form as a powerful and artistic mode of performance.Choreographer Details: More than just making people move, Herdi Mbuy makes people feel.He is a choreographer and art director whose works capture the vulnerability of the human experience through movement.His creations are a fusion of visual beauty and emotional depth, ranging from intimate dance films to grand stage performances.As a teacher, mentor, and source of inspiration, Herdi continues to ignite passion in the next generation of dancers with heartfelt guidance, discipline, and a strong creative vision. Herdi has proven that dance is not merely entertainment, but one of the most honest and libera-ting forms of communication. He believes that the best dance is not about complexity, but about the truth it conveys. | Music | Original Composition GIRING GANESHAArrangementLangit tak pernah bertanya siapa kita Ia hanya menampung segala harap, luka, dan mimpi yang terlontar tanpa suara.Seperti layangan yang menari di tangan angin, kita pun mengembara jatuh, terombang-ambing, lalu perlahan be-lajar terbang.Di tengah badai kecil kehidupan, benang harapan kita kerap rapuh, nyaris putus. Namun dalam setiap luka, lahir keberanian baru untuk me-layang lebih tinggi.Ini adalah kisah tentang percaya pada arah yang tak selalu terlihat, tentang melepaskan ketakutan, dan tentang me-nemukan bahwa jatuh bukanlah akhir melainkan bagian dari perjalanan menuju ketinggian.Dalam tarian ini, kita tak lagi bertanya ”mengapa”, melain-kan memilih untuk tetap terbang, bersama angin, bersama doa-doa yang tak pernah usai.The sky never asks who we areit simply holds our silent hopes, wounds, and dreams.Like a kite dancing in the hands of the wind, we too wander: falling, swaying, then slowly learning to fly. In the small storms of life, our thread of hope often frays, nearly breaks.But in every wound, a new courage is born to rise even higher.This is a story about trusting a path we cannot always see, about letting go of fear, and discovering that falling is not the end— but a part of the journey toward the heights.In this dance, we no longer ask “why,” but instead choose to keep flying, with the wind, with prayers that never cease.AWE KOLEKTIFLANGIT TAK PERNAH BERTANYATHE SKY NEVER ASKSVARIOUS INDONESIAN DANCERS

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PERFORMERANDRII HAVRYLIUK JEMIMA VAYAPRINCIPAL DANCER - NATIONAL THEATRE IN BELGRADEGUEST PRINCIPAL DANCER - KYIV CITY BALLETSOLOIST - THURINGER STAATSBALLETTA Ukrainian ballet dancer and current principal at the Belgrade National Theatre. From 2008 to 2015, he trained at the Kyiv Ballet School in Ukraine, followed by further studies at the Kyiv Choreographic College.Over the past seven years, he has performed as a guest principal with the Kyiv City Ballet, as well as a principal and soloist with the State Ballet of Georgia and the Estonian National Ballet.His repertoire spans leading roles in both classical and contemporary works, including choreography by George Balanchine, Alexey Ratmansky, and José Martinez. He refined his technique at the prestigious Munich Ballet Academy and has been recognized at several international ballet competitions, including the Youth America Grand Prix.He is known among colleagues and mentors for his artistry, partnering skills, strong physique, and remarkable jumping ability.An Indonesian dancer who grew up in the ballet world following in her mother’s footsteps. Since she started learning how to walk, you could always find Jemima running around in            was 6, her family moved to Malaysia where she continued dancing under the RAD method at Sri Wilayah Ballet Center. She joined the Australian Ballet School’s International training              Academy of Classical Ballet in New York. There, she studied under the Vaganova method until she was offered to join the company as a Trainee at 15. She gained further experiences joining Melbourne City Ballet and State Ballet of Georgia.During the Pandemic she also furthered her studies and became a certified Stotts Pilates Instructor, as well as receiving certification for Progressing Ballet Technique and Progressing Contemporary Technique.               soloist roles. She recently came back to prepare for her next journey to Germany where she will join Turinger Staatsballett as a Soloist.VIKTOR LITVINOV | KRISTANTI ANDRIANI“Forest Song” is one of the most prominent literary works of Ukrainian writer Lesya Ukrainka. It captivates with its profound humanism, its deep ethical sorrow, and its unwavering belief in the poetry of life and humanity’s enduring longing for beauty. The work stands as a powerful condemnation of narrow-mindedness, greed, and selfishness, forces that stifle one’s creative spirit and joy.The central philosophical idea of Forest Song is embodied in the character of Lukash, a kind-hearted village youth gifted with the soul of a poet and dreamer. His sincere love for Mavka, his reconnection with nature, and his passion for music reveal his spiritual depth and artistic sensibility. Yet, his submission to his family’s selfish demands, his betrayal of Mavka, and his marriage to the earthly Kylyna extinguish his creative spark and the light within his gentle soul.Mavka, a mythical forest maiden, represents the beauty of nature. Lukash awakens emotions in her that she, as a forest spirit, has never known—bringing both profound joy and heartbreaking sorrow.THE FOREST SONG(« »)ANDRII HAVRYLIUK  NATIONAL THEATRE IN BELGRADE & KYIV CITY BALLETJEMIMA VAYA THURINGER STAATSBALLETT

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PERFORMERBOGDAN VERBOVOYSOLOIST - ABAY KAZAKH NATIONAL OPERA & BALLET THEATERZHANEL TUKEYEVAPRINCIPAL SOLOIST - ABAY KAZAKH NATIONAL OPERA & BALLET THEATERBogdan Verbovoy is a leading soloist of the Abay Kazakh National Opera and Ballet Theatre, a young and promising ballet dancer, whose professional activities and creative path clearly demonstrate his high achievements and significant contribution to the development of domestic ballet art.From the very beginning of his career, Bogdan demonstrated high professional training and hard work. He graduated from the Almaty Choreographic School named after A. Seleznev with honors and continued his studies at the Kazakh National Academy of Arts named after T. Zhurgenov, receiving deep knowledge and skills that became the basis of his successfulcareer.Since 2020, Bogdan has been working at the Abay Kazakh National Opera and Ballet Theater,where in a short time he performed leading roles in such popular ballets as Don Quixote, SwanLake, Anna Karenina, Giselle, Romeo and Juliet, Sleeping Beauty, The Nutcracker, Chopiniana,The Fountain of Bakhchisarai etc. His performances are always noted for their high-classtechnique and deep emotional content.Zhanel Tukeyeva is a famous Kazakh ballerina and principal soloist of the Kazakh National Abay Opera and Ballet Theatre. She was born on February 15, 1988, in Almaty. In 2005, she graduated with honors from the Almaty Choreographic Seleznev School and then completed advanced performance courses at the Vaganova Academy of Russian Ballet in Saint Petersburg under the direction of the great Russian ballerina Lyudmila Kovaleva. Received a Master of Arts degree in Kazakh National Academy.Since 2006, she started her ballet career on the stage of the Kazakh National Abay Opera and Ballet Theatre, dancing leading roles in the classical and contemporary repertoire. She has performed on many famous stages around the world: English National Opera, Bolshoi Theatre, NCPA Mumbai, Astana Opera, Tbilisi Opera and Ballet State Theatre, Kyrgyz National Ballet andOpera Theatre. Toured the world in countries such as: UK, India, Japan, Spain, Germany, South Korea, Greece, Georgia, Qatar, Jordan, Russia and etc. She is a recipient of the Presidential Scholarship in the field of culture, a laureate of the international youth creativity festival “Shabyt”, a diploma winner and special prize holder for professionalism and artistic charm at the International Choreography Competition in Novosibirsk. She holds the honorary title Honored Worker of Culture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the state medal for Distinguished Labor, and the honorary badge from the Eurasian Cultural Foundation.DON QUIXOTE PAS DE DEUXBOGDAN VERBOVOY & ZHANEL TUKEYEVA ABAY KAZAKH NATIONAL OPERA AND BALLET THEATREChoreographer: A, GORSKIY, M. PETIPAA wedding pas de deux of Kitri and Basilio

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSOUR APPRECIATIONTHE PASSIONATE PEOPLE WHO MADE THIS POSSIBLEMariska FebriyaniReynold SetiadiAbigail ChristineJo SatrianieRicoRosemarie VaniaRoren HasyimAlexandria Karen ChanAlvin Satrio WibowoAulia WijayaBhaskoro WiraDhita Yani GotamiEnrico KenFajrina Tsania QatrunnadaFelicia Klarisa AngieGabriella Christy Sebastian YansonGerald WijayaHannaHendro SukocoImaculata Prita Noverinda WulandariIndra GunawanIsaIsna NovianaIvonne Irene LatumahinaLily Yulia Margaretha LimbongMamedNikita Alma SadiraNovan SeriParamita GotamiRuth SarahSyahreza DeskaraBudiDinas Kebudayaan Provinsi DKI JakartaDutch EmbassyErasmus HuisRomanian EmbassyPerumda Pasar JayaPAM JayaBank DKIGaleri Indonesia KayaUkrainian InstituteJakarta PropertindoUPPKJ Taman Ismail MarzukiScottish BalletBallet ManilaAbay Kazakh National Opera & Ballet TheaterAWE KolektifIndonesia Dance CompanyNamarina Youth DanceSwargalokaNamarina Dance AcademyMainstream School of ArtsSusy Enterprise Ballet & DanceClara Ballet SchoolFabulous School of BalletInMotion Dance House Speranza IndonesiaThe Ballet Academy IndonesiaSTRDCEn Pointe Ballet PekanBaruMakeOverEKA HospitalTicket2uEKI Dance CompanyJenaka Learning Space Cyril Raoul HakimBob WardhanaRenitasari AdrianRieka Nur Asy SyamJeanette LimTetyana LytvynenkoAnya Aprillia ChristianaIkhwan TampatyArif RahmanDidin RosidinGuspriantoChristopher HampsonSteven RothMatthew O’HareLisa Macuja Elizalde Romeo Peralta Fifi SijanggaDeverell AlimMaya TamaraIrina PutriBathara Saverigadi DewandoroBagaskoro Putro DewandoroMurni MakmoerDewi OctavianiFergie HalimunJetty MaikaLuvita NadyaPringgondaniIndra GunawanAiko senosoenotoSuryanto TanjungJeffrey TjiaKristanti AndrianiFelencia HutabaratAquino HayuntaGubernur DKI Jakarta Wakil Gubernur DKI Jakarta BAPAK H. RANO KARNO, S.IPKepala Dinas Kebudayaan DKI Jakarta Direktur Utama Perumda Pasar Jaya Direktur Utama Perumda Air Minum Jaya Direktur Utama PT Bank DKI 

THE INDONESIAN BALLET GALA 2025

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